Crucial’s T705 NVMe SSD has recently shattered performance expectations by reaching 14,500MB/s in sequential read speeds during PCIe 5.0 benchmark testing. This places it among the fastest consumer SSDs currently available, clearly targeting high-end desktop and workstation users who demand extreme throughput for gaming, 3D rendering, and massive file transfers. The T705 leverages the latest Phison E26 controller and Micron’s 232-layer TLC NAND, offering not just raw speed but also impressive consistency under sustained workloads.
During internal testing, CrystalDiskMark results showed sequential reads of up to 14,495MB/s and writes peaking at 12,700MB/s. In mixed workloads, the T705 maintained over 1.5M IOPS in random read operations, significantly outperforming older PCIe 4.0 models by nearly 60%. However, sustained write performance begins to taper off without active cooling, with thermal throttling kicking in around 75°C. Crucial bundles the T705 with optional heatsinks and recommends proper airflow for peak performance.
This surge in PCIe 5.0 SSD speed reflects a broader trend in storage evolution. While average users may not yet feel the difference in day-to-day tasks, creators and professionals with demanding workflows will benefit immediately. With motherboard manufacturers like ASUS and Gigabyte now offering Gen5 M.2 slots across most Z790 and X670 boards, drives like the T705 are becoming viable for mainstream adoption. However, power draw and thermal management remain challenges for PCIe 5.0 SSDs. As controller firmware matures and DRAM-less designs improve, it’s likely we’ll see more efficient models by the end of the year. For now, the T705 represents a new ceiling in consumer storage speed—and a clear signal that SSD performance is still accelerating rapidly.